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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Construction and Extraction Occupations · Job Skills & Competencies · SOC 47-2152 · 16 skills

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  • Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.
  • Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
  • Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.

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